The Nigerian Army has recorded a significant milestone in efforts to enhance peace, security, and stability within its 13 Brigade Area of Responsibility following the voluntary surrender of militants under the Cross River State Government’s amnesty programme in Akpabuyo Local Government Area. The development was confirmed by Major Yemi Sokoya, Assistant Director of Army Public […]
In a major win for counter-insurgency operations, troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai, have killed several terrorists in Adamawa and Borno States. The Acting Media Information Officer of the Task Force, Lieutenant Solomon Atokolo, said the development followed the foiling of coordinated terrorist attacks across parts of the North-Eastern states. Atokolo said […]
Stakeholders in Edo State have urged the government and the Nigeria Police Force to ensure proper profiling, intelligence assessment, and strict adherence to due process before taking security actions, emphasizing that the protection and welfare of citizens remain the primary responsibility of governance. The call follows a directive by Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, ordering […]
There was pandemonium on Etebite Street, off Forestry Road, in Oredo Local Government Area, Edo State, following a disagreement between some local government personnel and traders over the clearing of the street by a Taskforce, which later turned violent during the enforcement exercise. During the fracas, two people were allegedly injured while tear gas was […]
As the nation approaches this year’s Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day, security agencies across the country are intensifying preparations to ensure a smooth, dignified, and hitch-free ceremony in honour of Nigeria’s fallen heroes. Shalom Onwughara reports that preparations for the ceremony in Benin City, Edo State, have reached its final stage. The report is […]
There was chaos on Tebite Street, Mission Road, Benin City, as operatives of the Oredo Local Government Task Force came under attack while carrying out a routine enforcement exercise to clear traders displaying goods on the roadway. Trouble began when task force officials politely directed traders to remove their wares from the road and pedestrian […]
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to protecting students, restoring peace in Ekpoma, and ensuring that criminal elements exploiting the university environment are decisively dealt with in accordance with the law. The Governor made this known on the sidelines of a meeting with the Students Union Government and the Management […]
Edo State Commissioner For Youths and Sports Development, Honourable Charity Amayaenvbo has commended the Acting Chairman, Oredo Local Government, Honourable Gabriel Iduseri for his promptness and proactiveness on issues concerning governance. The commissioner gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to the Chairman ahead of preparations for the Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration. Efosa Uwangue […]
Edo State Ministry of Education has announced the postponement of public and private schools’ resumption across Edo Central senatorial district till further notice. In a statement signed by the Commissioner of Education, Dr. Emmanuel Paddy Iyamu, says the postponement is to enable the ministry to address some exigencies to improve the welfare of children before […]
An Edo State High Court has remanded over fifty students who participated in the insecurity and incessant kidnapping protests in Ekpoma, at the Ubiaja Correctional Centre. The students were arraigned by the Edo state police command on Monday, over their alleged involvement in acts of violence, vandalism and looting. Crime Correspondent, Jolaade Ojo, reports. www.itvradiong.com/live […]
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